Functions Of The Heart — Interactive Lesson (Ages 10–12)

Teach Year 6 students how the heart works and why it is essential to the circulatory system. Aligned to the Year 6 National Curriculum for science, this resource explores the structure and functions of the heart, including how it pumps blood around the body and its role in keeping us alive.

Exploring functions of the heart with Our Year 6 Science Interactive Biology Lesson

The National Curriculum for Year 6 Science requires students to develop a secure understanding of functions of the heart through structured investigation, scientific reasoning and evidence-based thinking. This resource delivers engaging, curriculum-ready activities that build depth of knowledge.

What’s Inside This functions of the heart Resource

• Interactive lesson slides on heart structure and function
• Labelling activities for the chambers and valves of the heart
• Heart rate investigation and comprehension activities
• True/false slides and vocabulary matching
• Printable worksheet and quiz slides

Key Benefits for Students

• Builds detailed understanding of the heart and its functions
• Develops scientific vocabulary for cardiac biology
• Encourages connections between exercise, heart rate and health
• Prepares students for KS3 human physiology

Why Teachers Love It

• Curriculum-aligned to Year 6 animals including humans objectives
• Works within the human circulatory system unit
• Clear heart diagrams with age-appropriate annotations
• Digital format for whole-class or independent study

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Designed for ages 10–12 (UK Year 6–7 / US 5th Grade–6th Grade). Aligned to the UK National Curriculum for Science; adaptable to US state standards.